2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Nubira | Trafic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |